When you are shopping for rhodolite garnet jewelry, the most important value factor to consider is the quality of the garnet. Brilliant with a juicy raspberry color, rhodolite garnet's rosy glow is universally flattering against the skin. This beautiful purplish-red garnet was discovered in 1882 in the hills of North Carolina. Tiffany gemologist and author George Kunz named it after the rhododendron that grows in the mountains of that state.

Color is the most important value factor: the more attractive its raspberry hue, the more valuable the rhodolite garnet. Cut is even more important than clarity, since a well-cut rhodolite garnet will dance with light.

Because all Gemvara jewelry is made to order, we can hand-select fine-quality rhodolite garnets to perfectly suit your design.

What is the meaning of rhodolite garnet in the language of gems? Garnet is the traveler's gem: it protects you when you are far from home. Rhodolite garnets symbolize loyalty and kindness. In a Grimm Fairy Tale, an old lady who rescues an injured bird is rewarded with a magical garnet that lights up the night. A garnet also lit the way for Noah's Ark.

Garnet is the January birthstone, the Aquarius zodiac gem, and the 2nd anniversary gem.

In addition to rhodolite garnet, Gemvara also carries more affordable red garnet jewelry set with Mozambique garnets, which have an earthy red ocher color.

With a color that complements every metal, garnet jewelry is crafted in sterling silver, white, yellow, or rose gold, and platinum. Because your rhodolite garnet jewelry will catch the eye, you will want to match the color of garnet earrings or a garnet necklace closely to the color of a garnet ring.

Garnet is a very durable gem perfect for everyday wear. Clean rhodolite garnet jewelry with mild dish soap: use a soft brush behind the stone where dust can collect.

Gemvara's fine quality rhodolite garnet jewelry is designed to be passed down for generations to come, crafted by hand in the United States.

With a little care, your fine jewelry will keep its good looks forever. The best way to clean your jewelry is by soaking it in a bowl of warm water with a few drops of ordinary dish detergent. If needed, use a soft brush where dust and soap can collect. Then just rinse and pat dry with a soft cloth.

You won't have to clean your jewelry as often if you put it on after applying hairspray, perfume, and cosmetics. Be sure to remove your jewelry before strenuous activities like sports. Keep jewelry away from chlorine and other household chemicals. Always make sure it is dry and clean by wiping with a cloth before putting it away.

To protect the beauty of your jewelry, don't keep it in a tangle in a jewelry box. Remember, gems can scratch metal or each other. When you travel, make sure your jewelry pieces don't rub against each other in your bag. Store each piece separately or wrap each one in tissue paper or a soft cloth.

We want you to love your Gemvara jewelry, so we offer a 30-day no-questions-asked return policy. If you aren't satisfied with your unique Gemvara jewelry creation for any reason, you can send it back in its original unworn condition for a full refund. Just leave the tag on until you are sure you want to keep it. If you love it but it doesn't fit, no problem: we offer one free resizing.

We stand behind our exceptional American-made quality with a one-year warranty on the craftsmanship of our jewelry. Because the earth is precious too, we make our jewelry from conflict-free gems and recycled precious metals.

We're so convinced that you will love the Gemvara experience, we make it even easier by offering free shipping too. (We're all about making more happy customers. Also have we told you how nice you look today?)

If you have any questions at all about our unique jewelry customization process, our products, or an order you've placed, give us a call at 1-800-436-8803, click to chat, or email us at customer-care@gemvara.com. You'll see for yourself why our customers rave about our personal service.